With captivating storytelling, real-world examples, image-and graphic-rich design, accessible mathematics, and step-by-step worked examples, Nolan and Heinzen introduce students to the why and how of statistical practice in the behavioral sciences, while helping them break through common barriers to success in the course.This new edition of their briefer textbook offers fresh exercises throughout, stronger reinforcement of the material’s relevance and mathematical requirements, more help with creating visual displays, and a dramatic expansion of its integrated online tools and activities in LaunchPad.